Assistant Director: (Eden), Ref No. WCMD 58/2026 at Western Cape Mobility Department
Western Cape Mobility Department
October 22, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) at NQF 6 in Education, Communication, PubliRelations, Project Management and Social Science.; A minimum of 3 years experience at supervisory level in a road safety management working environment or related fields; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher).
Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.
Key Performance Areas
Oversee the planning of road safety education and awareness interventions in the Eden Region; Ensure that the road safety targets are reached in the Eden region to enhance road safety and service delivery; Accounting for progress and performance, competent asset stewardship, and managerial functions.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following:Implement legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions; use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; provide traffic safety education; plan and execute road safety interventions;
create awareness and inform road users about traffic safety projects and road safety issues; market heavy-duty driver training assistance; monitor services rendered by driver training schools; manage projects; implement operational management practices; manage public service procedures, processes and systems;
Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions;
Other: plan and organise activities; conduct analysis; compile and write reports; communicate effectively; deliver presentations; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; solve problems; perform supervisory functions; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines; travel regularly away from the office when required.
An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) at NQF 6 in Education, Communication, PubliRelations, Project Management and Social Science.; A minimum of 3 years experience at supervisory level in a road safety management working environment or related fields; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher).
Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.
Key Performance Areas
Oversee the planning of road safety education and awareness interventions in the Eden Region; Ensure that the road safety targets are reached in the Eden region to enhance road safety and service delivery; Accounting for progress and performance, competent asset stewardship, and managerial functions.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following:Implement legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions; use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; provide traffic safety education; plan and execute road safety interventions;
create awareness and inform road users about traffic safety projects and road safety issues; market heavy-duty driver training assistance; monitor services rendered by driver training schools; manage projects; implement operational management practices; manage public service procedures, processes and systems;
Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions;
Other: plan and organise activities; conduct analysis; compile and write reports; communicate effectively; deliver presentations; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; solve problems; perform supervisory functions; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines; travel regularly away from the office when required.